Vineyard: The Scudetto vineyard is within the hamlet of Perno in Monforte d'Alba at 300m in elevation
Soil: Clayey-sandy, composed of brown clay and grey sand of marine origin, with the presence of pebbles and small skeletal particles
Viticulture: Harvested in the first two weeks of October
Vinification: Traditional-style, floating cap fermentation for 15/20 days. These estate-grown grapes are harvested from 60/70-year-old vines with low yields
Aging: Aged in Slavonian oak for 8-10 months
Notes: The vineyard is named so because its' shape is that of a shield. The Italian soccer championship is also called the Scudetto
Giuseppe Mascarello Description
Historic producer of Monprivato, one of Barolo’s most prized crus
Mauro Mascarello is one of the last of the old guard of traditional producers who paved the way for the current generation
Beginning with the 1993 vintage, they have released a special Riserva from the Ca’ d’Morissio parcel — the sweet spot of the Monprivato cru in Castiglione Falletto
Produces great Freisa and Barbera as well as Barolo from Monprivato, Villero and Santo Stefano di Perno
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